Beckham’s Expected Return After Long Absence
Odell Beckham Jr., who joined the Miami Dolphins earlier this year in May, is out with an undisclosed injury. He marked the start of the regular season on the physically unable to perform list. However, according to a recent announcement by head coach Mike McDaniel, Beckham is scheduled to practice with the team this week – the first time since he was signed.
A recognized wide receiver will need to secure a spot on the active roster within three weeks, or he will be reassigned to the inactive list for the rest of the season.
Beckham’s Contract and Injury Recovery
Beckham signed a one-year contract with the Dolphins, worth $3 million, with other incentives that could increase the contract value to $8.25 million. However, this respected player has not trained with the team due to his injury.
The athlete is eligible to return to the field as he will face the New England Patriots this week. However, the final decision will be withheld until the end of the week.
Dolphins Tough Case Awaits Beckham’s Return
With the Dolphins’ offense ranked 26th and struggling to score – holding the league record for scoring with an average of 11.3 points per game, Beckham’s return could be the spark it desperately needs.
Quarterback Situation Adds to Miami’s Woes
The Dolphins’ offensive struggles are also compounded by their unstable quarterback situation. Tyler Huntley is expected to start for the second week in a row, filling in for two injured players, Skylar Thompson and Tua Tagovailoa.
In a recent 31-12 rout of the Tennessee Titans, Huntley completed 14 of 22 passes for 96 yards and the team’s lone touchdown of the night. Despite the disappointing result, McDaniel expressed optimism, citing aspects of the loss that present opportunities for improvement.
Impact of Jaelan Phillips Injury on Dolphins’ Pass Rush
The Dolphins may face another setback this week as running back Jaelan Phillips suffered a knee injury in Monday’s game. With his return not guaranteed, the Dolphins will rely on veteran Emmanuel Ogbah and rookie Chop Robinson to bolster their running back.
Beckham’s expected return provides a much-needed boost to the struggling Miami Dolphins. However, only time will tell if this will be a turning point for the team’s offense.
